Aloe Vera is not only extremely healthy for your organism, it is also easily found in grocery stores and you can grow Aloe Vera at your own home, as well.

If you are into growing your own plants, it is good to know that the Aloe Vera needs occasional watering, sunlight and a little fertilization.

By raising your own Aloe Vera, you are making sure that you are using 100% natural and organic products. If you have not been acquainted with this plant yet, it has small, wide leaves which are full of gel and can be easily collected for health purposes.

You can only split one leaf in half and squeeze the gel out of it- and you are done! To learn more on homegrown Aloe Vera you have to know all its benefits, so here is the full list:

Topical uses of Aloe Vera:

Treats acne and eczema

Reduces rashes, boils, and other skin irregularities

Helps burns heal

Stops bug bites irritation and itching

Hydrates the skin

Fills in wrinkles

Heal wounds

Serves as a hair conditioner and shampoo against hair loss

Makes up a perfect shaving gel

Internal uses of Aloe Vera:

Boosts the immunity

Regulates the blood sugar

Prevents digestive disorders such as bloating, constipation, IBS and colitis, and soothes the stomach

Helps with reducing heartburn and indigestion

Improves the heart’s work and the blood’s quality

Keeps the gums healthy

Diminishes the risk for arthritis inflammation

Strengthens the urinary tract performance

Encourages the production of white blood cells

This plant originates from Northern Africa and the first uses of it were noticed back in the Egyptian Papyrus called ebers. These presented around twelve different recipes on how to use Aloe Vera to the best of its abilities.

From that point on, Aloe Vera has become the ultimate remedy for numerous diseases and found its place in both traditional and alternative medicine.

Moral of the story: avoid as much artificial medication as possible and try to use Aloe Vera instead for the best health benefits ever.